Travis Jankowski is headed back to Arlington.
The Texas Rangers and Jankowski agreed to terms on a one-year deal that will bring him back to Globe Life Field for the 2024 season. The move comes less than 48 hours after general manager Chris Young traded away outfielder J.P. Martinez in exchange for relief pitcher Tyler Owens from the Atlanta Braves .
Jankowski, 32, joined the Rangers last season on a minor-league deal. He made the active roster and, along with Robbie Grossman, primarily served as part of the outfield platoon depth and late-inning defensive replacement.
Jankowski agreed to a $1.7 million, one-year deal, according to league sources.
In 107 games, Jankowski hit 263/.357/.332 with a home run, 30 RBI, a .689 OPS and a 1.4 WAR. He also was 19 of 20 on stolen base attempts.
Jankowski came in clutch during the World Series in place of the injured Adolis García for Games 4 and 5 of the World Series, posting an RBI and a superb catch in right field. His efforts helped the Rangers secure their first title over the Arizona Diamondbacks in five games.